Customer reviews for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

For greater privacy, apply Gila 36 in. x 78 in. Privacy Window Film to darken windows that face neighboring properties The film is suitable for garages, bedrooms and home offices. It is safe for dual panes (with outside mount) and installs in minutes.

Quality Product! Installation Tip Here!

I have used nearly all of the Gila window films over the years. Some are better than others and it seems to follow the pattern that the darker the film, the higher the quality. This particular film is excellent for increasing privacy and reducing the amount of heat/light entering the subject windows. The material is thick and durable and just feels like a quality product. It is among the easiest film to handle and work with on the consumer market. Some films I have worked with are impossible to detach from itself if accidentally touched by another piece. Some are a "one shot at it" type thing where once you touch the glass, it's there and not coming off unless you scrape it off. This is very forgiving and releases easily when needed but sets in place after a few minutes and won't budge until you're ready to remove it.

The one flaw and the reason why I only gave it 4 stars is that it's not crystal clear. Unfortunately, the product used to create the dark tint of the film makes the view somewhat blurry or hazy. You can still tell what/who you're looking at and make out the smallest of details, it just skews the view a little bit.

I'm a professional auto detailer and window tinter and have worked with many, many types of film over the years. Here's a tip that will save you time, energy (your own), and perhaps even a little bit of sanity. If you try to work with the product without some kind of lubricant, you'll only frustrate yourself.1. Fill an ordinary spray bottle 2/3 full with clean cool tap water.2. Add 2-3 drops of dishwashing liquid and shake it up! The sudsier the better. Shake often throughout the installation.3. Spray the subject window thoroughly - saturate it.4. Using a good quality squeegee remove all the water from the window and repeat step 3.5. Lay the film up against the window and press only hard enough that the film stays in place but is still moveable. You want to float the film on top of the sudsy water.6. Saturate the film with the sudsy water.7. Gently move the film into place by sliding the film.8 As you move the film around and as the water evaporates, you may need to spray more water to keep it floating.Once the film is centered where you want it, use the squeegee to remove the water from under and atop the film. It's important to keep the film very wet at this point (the side of the film facing you.) Use the squeegee to remove all the water from atop and under the film. If you run into a dry spot or you need to remove the film or lift an area and start over, all you have to do is lift the film, re-saturate and remove the water with the squeegee. You'll find your rhythm and discover how much water is just right for your own tastes and needs. As long as you keep it wet through the final swipe of the squeegee, the film will adhere to the glass perfectly without any bubbles, streaks, etc.

TIP:If you do end up having a few very, very small air bubbles that are driving you nuts, pop each bubble with a needle and the film will lay right down once the air is removed.

Perfect product for my nursery windows

I bought this product because my neighbors lights continually woke my triplets at night shining right into their bedroom. It darkens their room enough to even get them napping again in the middle of a bright summer day. Installation is easiest with the additional kit of accessories but can also be done well with a decent razor, some window cleaner, a squeegee, and patience. My 2 nursery windows were the first to be done but I've since used this & other decorative Gila films on 5 other windows installing them by myself with no issues. There is a bit of a learning curve as my nursery windows were not as great of a job as my last windows were but you can easily pull off some of the film, wet the window down with cleaner & reapply.

No gimicks, does what it is intended to do.

I was having issues with my bedroom always being extremely hotter and extremely brighter than the rest of my home. Especially in the winter time. From about 11am-4:30pm it was the worst. This product was very easy to use. Takes some practice but at about the second window you get the hang of it. The kit they give to you is just ok. The cutter worked great on straight aways but I recommend using flat nail clippers to find tune the edges. You can achieve a professional look with patience. The black version dropped the heat in the room immediately about 20% and significantly reduced brightness, and even more with blinds and a curtain. On the downside it is impossible to see through at night if there is no light source outside. During the day things look blurry through it but the benefits definitely outweigh the cons.

Does EXACTLY what I want it to do

This window film is easy to install and makes a room much, much darker. It looks really cool from the outside, also. I installed some in my bedroom several months ago and have been very pleased with it. This was a repeat purchase of the product for other rooms in my house. I have no doubt that it will decrease my utility bill come summer.

Great Product

The back of my house gets full sun all after noon. The house being a new build on a cleared lot. I needed something to block the heat of the sun while the newly planted trees matured. This product was the answer.After I installed the film on the windows I noticed a difference on how much cooler the house was.

Pros: Easy to Assemble, Excellent Quality, High Quality of Material, Sturdy, Easy to Install, Good Size & Weight, Well Made

+19points

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Review 6 for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

Julieinid

from Bonners Ferry, ID

SO SIMPLE TO APPLY!

I needed something to put on my window that looks out on my porch right at my door, and is next to my wood stove so now that it's getting colder I had to remove the curtain or have the house burn down! I saw this online and rushed to the nearest Homedepot 45miles away for some. Also got a roll of the bronze glare control since it was on clearence. I don't know how ANYONE could have a problem putting this stuff up! It definately doesn't require any skill the hardest part was cutting the corners and there is a tool included to do this. I even added a 2nd layer for even more privacy(tired of everyone who walks up to knock staring at me through my window first! CREEPY!) This product is as simple as sticking up on of the kids' cute window decoration clings!

+17points

17out of17found this review helpful.

Review 7 for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

ImfromChicago

from Chicago, IL

Works great!

This Black Primacy Film is less expensive than the flimsy mirrored film. Easier to work with and dark enough so no one can really see inside during the day and at night even with lights on - it is not so clear to see inside.

You don't have to purchase the solution kit - you can make your own solution and buy a squeegee. Solution is make with 1 teaspoon of baby shampoo mixed with a quart of distilled water per manufacturers of Gila Film.

Does what it says it does.

I bought this for our sliding doors which get all the sun in the afternoon and to try to keep some privacy at least in early evening which it does. But as everyone else has said it doesn't work at night, which it says on the box for daytime privacy so it does that. It was easy to put up took about 15 minutes this was way easy and I didn't buy the kit which I didn't need as I used the soap solution that everyone talked about all in all this product was great and is still holding up well after several weeks. Loved it so much I put some on the windows upstairs although not black, smoke color keeps rooms nice and cool. Again if you want it for night don't get it as it causes a mirror effect which you can't see out but they can see in. I ordered this on line and picked up in store so convient thanks a bunch.

DIY Tint your sliding glass door windows

I bought because of the price and description of how easy it is to apply, and hoped for the best. I wasn't disappointed! It is an excellent product, easy to apply (though I would suggest, as they do, to have 2 people putting this up on large windows such as sliding glass doors). I did this myself and it took far less time than I thought it would, and it looks terrific. Blocks out a lot of sunlight, provides privacy, etc. I will likely buy more for other projects.

Great product

This product is perfect for lowering the temperature in a home really fast when combined with the Gila Black Privacy Window Film. I used the bronze film on the outside of the windows and the blackout film on the inside and lowered the inside temperature an easy 20 degrees in my house. The product is so easy to use that you can install it with up to two people. And just a friendly reminder the instructions are about half way down the roll of film so open it up a ways and read the instructions for a better installation.

Great tint

First time for me to use tint material. My Home Office gets too much sunlight and heats up. Also, kids playing outside can see me working in my P Js. Tint is just right for daytime use. Of course at night, with inside light on, you can see in, if you are close enough. Plan on using this color, black, on lower part if my dining room windows.

Highly recomended and high quality

I used Gila window tint in two vans and a car but didn't think about using it in the home till I started night shift. I like Gila tint because it is easy to work with and somewhat forgiving for the novice installer. I made a mistake on a front door and had to reposition the film, a few sprays of the application spray behind the tint and it moved as needed.A previous post from JaiM from Las Vegas made me want to mention that this is dark tint and works as it should. It shades the darker side from the brighter side so when it is dark outside it makes it harder to see inside,it's just tinted. If you don't want anyone to see inside night or day I would try the frosted tint. Never used it myself but it looks more like JaiM from Las Vegas is looking for and there are a few to choose from.My bedroom is done with two coverings done two weeks apart. The second covering made the tint very dark but I added black mini blinds on the inside so I can open the window a bit for air and still block the light. Black blinds also do a great job providing privacy.

Darkness where needed

I used this privacy window film to make the bedroom windows in my camp trailer darker. It works great, no more extra light in where we do not need it. Really easy to install and goes up in minutes. It sticks great and goes on smooth. I would recommend this product for anyone looking to darken any windows, either in your house of trailer.

window film

Used this film on our older RV windows to try and block out heat and to create some privacy when we opened the blinds. Works great for both. Note: Need to use very sharp blade for a clean cut edge. We used a new blade for each window.

AMAZING!

I bought 7 rolls to do my entire house. I started off doing the sliding glass doors. I live in FL so I was starting to sweat while I was cleaning the glass. When I put on the film I IMMEDIATELY felt the temp drop. Its super easy top do unless you are in a hurry or just have zero patience. I did 7 windows and a sliding glass door. And I have old 1920s style windows. TALL! Do yourself a favor, GET THE soap spray, blade, cloth and squeegee package. Only a fool wouldn't. A-PLUS! 10/5 stars The film is a good quality and the blade is made specifically for this film. I love the privacy and WOW the difference is temp. difference is unbelievable. Its Feb here and in the 80s and I know our summer this year is going to be FIRE! Im so glad and happy with this purchase, I just cant praise it enough.

+13points

18out of23found this review helpful.

Review 17 for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

DELofBurleson

from Burleson, Texas

Two people...

We love this product. It's easier with two people than just one. The only frustrating part is the very edge of the windows; cutting it or using a sharp blade is tricky, but if you can lift the very edge of the window seal and let it fall into place it will be better. We have nearly done the whole house, we've gotten many compliments on it. Good luck!

+6points

6out of6found this review helpful.

Review 18 for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

MileyCat

from Philadelphia, PA

Great Product!

I love this product! I used it on my bedroom windows. Tons of sun light would come through in the early morning and this product blocks out the light and provides a better sleeping environment. I live in an apartment so this product is perfect if you need a temporary fix that won't leave permenant damage. Its also easy to apply. I highly recommend this product.

+6points

6out of6found this review helpful.

Review 19 for 3 ft. x 6.5 ft. Black Privacy Window Film

SlappyNhappy

from California

Buy it!

I read the negative reviews first then then poss, ones. I bought this item to cover front door winows and what a big difference it was when I finished. It was easy to install by myself on smaller windows. I've recommended this product to several friends too.

Changed the product!

I have used this product in the past, and it was a stiffer/ more permanent film. I was disappointed that the product is now rubbery and "reusable". It doesn't stick nearly as well, and is very difficult to piece 2 parts together on a large window.